Avocado and Spinach Egg Salad
Ingredients:
- 4 large eggs, hard-boiled, peeled, and chopped
- 2 cups fresh spinach leaves, chopped
- 1 ripe avocado, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup Greek yogurt (or mayonnaise for creamier texture)
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Optional: 1 tablespoon fresh dill or parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions:
- Prepare the Ingredients:
- Peel and chop the hard-boiled eggs into small pieces.
- Chop the spinach leaves and dice the avocado into bite-sized pieces.
- Make the Dressing:
- In a medium bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt (or mayonnaise), Dijon mustard, lemon juice, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Combine the Salad:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped eggs, spinach, avocado, and red onion.
- Pour the dressing over the mixture and gently toss until everything is well coated. Be careful not to mash the avocado too much.
- Taste and Adjust:
- Taste the salad and adjust the seasoning with more salt, pepper, or lemon juice, if needed.
- Serve:
- Serve the salad immediately on its own, as a sandwich filling, or with crackers or toast.
Optional Add-Ins:
- Crunch: Add chopped celery or walnuts for extra texture.
- Flavor Boost: Sprinkle with a pinch of paprika or a drizzle of hot sauce.
Enjoy your healthy and delicious avocado and spinach egg salad! 🥗
